a poem by rhina p. espaillat

[maggiemae229]

Undelivered Mail

Dear Daughter,
       Your father and I wish to commend you
on the wisdom of your choices
and the flawless conduct of your life

Dear Poet!
       Where is the full-length manuscript
you promised us? Your check is waiting
The presses are ready
and the bookstores are clamoring for delivery

Darling,
       This convention is tedious
beyond

Comments

[windbringer1]

LOVE THIS

[maggiemae229]

ha, yes. some of the assignments i liked most in classes were immitating others' styles. i am thinking of writing a long list of these unsent letter blurbs. very cathartic, i'd think.